Boating
Boating is a very popular activity in Sac County!
Black Hawk Lake
Black Hawk Lake, in Lake View, is the southernmost lake in Iowa created by a glacier. The popular tourist attraction is great for boating, fishing, and family vacations. Whether enjoying concerts by the lake during the summer, watching migrating birds, or bundling up for winter activities, Black Hawk Lake is truly a destination for every season.
Kayaking
There are many places around Sac County for kayaking fun!
North Raccoon River Water Trail
The North Raccoon River Water Trail in Sac County is 41 miles long, starting at Vogel access northeast of Nemaha and ending a mile south of Grant Park in Auburn. Starting in the fall of 2020 and continuing into 2021, the Sac City Recreational Trails Committee, the Sac County Conservation, the DNR, and local volunteers have been working to improve the water trail.
Improvements include new accesses at McDonald Greenbelt just north of Highway 20 and Riverview (Lions) Park in Sac City. Many obstructions have been cleared on the water trail to make it safer for paddlers, specifically from McDonald Greenbelt to Chautauqua Park access.
A recommended route would be from McDonald Greenbelt access to Riverview Park access which is 5 miles and approximately a 3-hour trip. It is easy to get in and easy to get out.
The Sac County Conservation has applied for the DNR Water Trail Planning Assistance Grant. Obstruction removal will continue.
Black Hawk Lake
Black Hawk Lake, in Lake View, is the southernmost lake in Iowa created by a glacier. The popular tourist attraction is great for boating, fishing, and family vacations. Whether enjoying concerts by the lake during the summer, watching migrating birds, or bundling up for winter activities, Black Hawk Lake is truly a destination for every season.
Arrowhead Lake
Located next to Black Hawk Lake, Arrowhead offers a quieter experience catered to fishing and kayaking as it is cut off from the heavy boat traffic of Black Hawk Lake.
Swimming
There are many places around Sac County for swimming fun!
Speaker Park Splash Pad
Located in Lake View’s Speaker Park, this new splash pad is a fun place for kids to enjoy during events held at the Speaker Park shelter house!
Sac Aquatic Center
The Sac Aquatic Center is a fun place for the whole family!
Wall Lake Pool
The Wall Lake Pool is a popular spot for swimming during the summer.
Odebolt Swimming Pool
The Odebolt Swimming Pool is a great place for family fun in the summer.
Schaller Community Pool
The Schaller Community Pool is a popular spot to swim during the summer.
Black Hawk Lake
Black Hawk Lake, in Lake View, is the southernmost lake in Iowa created by a glacier. The popular tourist attraction is great for boating, fishing, and family vacations. Whether enjoying concerts by the lake during the summer, watching migrating birds, or bundling up for winter activities, Black Hawk Lake is truly a destination for every season.
